Next steps - Volunteering Cromford Mills
Code: T25DM2568
Location: Cromford Mills
Cost: Free
Starting: Tuesday 12 May 2026
Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are over 18 and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
On this course, you will join a small, friendly group to try volunteering at Cromford Mills. You will help with outdoor jobs like gardening, weeding, watering plants and keeping the mill yard tidy. You may also get the chance to grow your own plants and flowers to sell.
We will show you how to do each task step by step, and you can work at your own pace. Staff and support workers will be there to help you whenever you need it.
This course is a great way to build your confidence, learn new skills, and be part of a team. It's a good next step if you want to do more volunteering or join other activities in the community.
This course is for adults with learning disabilities who want to try volunteering in the community.
On this course, you will learn by doing real volunteering tasks at Cromford Mills. We will show you each job step by step, and you can take your time and work at a pace that feels right for you.
You will learn by:
Watching staff demonstrate what to do
Trying the tasks yourself with support
Working together in a small group
Asking for help whenever you need it
Repeating tasks to build confidence and skills
Practising outdoors in a real working environment
Staff and support workers will always be there to guide you, explain things clearly, and help you stay safe.
For this course, you will need:
Clothes you don't mind getting dirty
A warm or waterproof coat, depending on the weather
Sturdy shoes that are comfortable and safe for walking outside
A packed lunch and a drink, or money to buy food at the café
You do not need any gardening experience — we will show you everything step by step.
If you need special equipment or support, let us know and we will help.
There are no costs to this course.
This course is listed for information. Please call 01629 531241 and quote the course name to book a place.
Time and duration
Start Date: 12 May 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Tuesday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 03:30
Total Weeks: 1
Location
Cromford Mills
Mill Road
Cromford
Matlock
Derbyshire DE4 3RQ